Jacob Knight

About Jacob Knight

Execution-Focused CTO | Fractional Technology Leader | Bridging the Gap Between Engineering & Business ROII help growth-stage companies and established enterprises transform technology from a cost center into a competitive advantage. With a career spanning from building robotics to architecting enterprise e-commerce platforms, I specialize in the \"how\" of technical execution—ensuring that architecture, security, and team culture align perfectly with business goals.What I bring to the table as a Fractional CTO:Strategic Vision: I don’t just build tech; I build roadmaps that scale. At Purple, I chaired the Tech Review Committee, identifying and eliminating inefficiencies to save $2MM+ annually.Architectural Excellence: From re-platforming complex e-commerce engines (saving 3% per transaction) to recovering failed multi-year PoS projects, I step in where technical complexity meets high stakes.High-Performance Culture: I believe in engineering leadership that prioritizes both delivery and developer satisfaction—maintaining a 100% work satisfaction score for my teams over two years.Core Competencies: Fractional CTO Services, Technical Roadmap Execution, Cloud Infrastructure (AWS/Terraform), AI/ML Strategy, SaaS Scaling, & Enterprise Cost Reduction.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Jwal-Software

   Aug 2025 — Present

   Owner and CEO

Education

• University of Utah

  Executive MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

• Utah State University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Physics

  2006 — 2012

Skills

• Web Development
• C++ Language
• Plc Allen Bradley
• A+
• Leadership
• Physics
• Matlab
• Lyx
• Latex
• Signal Processing
• Mathematica
• Management
• Public Speaking
• Node.js
• Express.js
• Development Operations
• Javascript
• React.js